The City of Sault Sainte Marie received a $246,400 Project Grant award from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) under the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program (CFDA 97.044) on July 15, 2024. The grant will support critical infrastructure, equipment procurement, training, and safety improvements for the city's fire department and emergency medical services over a 24-month performance period ending on July 14, 2026. Typical AFG Program grants range from $100,000 to $3,000,000 and target projects to enhance the safety of the public and firefighting personnel with respect to fire and fire-related hazards. The funding will likely be used for initiatives such as acquiring personal protective equipment, conducting firefighter training, modifying facilities, and implementing health and wellness programs for first responders in Sault Sainte Marie.